The impact However, there is also research indicating that more than 96% of siblings have said that they had affection toward their sibling with Down Syndrome. Also 94% of older siblings
expressed feelings of pride. Please see full report on this link.
Differently at school due to her sister’s disability
However I am aware that some siblings can face discrimination or bullying at school list to data because of having a sibling with a disability.
Sometimes, these times of discrimination could be used as an opportunity. To educate young individuals on showing respect towards other human beings.
As a society we have definitely progressed
In our attitudes towards individuals with a disability; there are more opportunities for education, being in the work force and independant living. However there is still messages and comments posted in blogs so much more work that needs. To be done in educating the general public and health professionals on the lives people with Down Syndrome could lead today and in the future.
I remember thinking to myself and saying to my husband when pregnant with Kirsty, ‘If we don’t have hope and expectations for our own daughter, how can we expect others to feel the same’.
THE MAGIC OF DISNEY
Following my last blog ‘An Unexpected Journey’
My daughter Kirsty is home after being in hospital for just over 4 weeks. However her treatment isn’t over yet and there will be several hospital admissions as we go through this horrible time.
It is becoming unbearable seeing Kirsty being so sad. I have never seen my daughter’s mood as low as this ever. For those who know Kirsty well, they will review business describe her as a bubbly, friendly young lady with a great sense of humour.